ACNE VULGARIS - MILD/MODERATE

A most common type of skin condition that includes different kinds of pimples is Acne Vulguris. It includes whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, papules, cysts and nodules.   

Mild Acne vulguris includes following acne lesions: 

Whiteheads: Whiteheads is a result of the blocked pore which traps bacteria, sebum and dead skin cell; this causes a whitish appearance on the surface of the skin. These types of lesions seem begging to be popped. Make sure to follow the proper procedure of popping the pimples. The life cycle of white head is larger, compared to the blackheads. 

Blackheads: Blackheads are a result of partially blocked pores that allows bacteria, trapped sebum and dead skin cell to drain to the surface. The black color is not because of dirt; rather it is the reaction of skin pigment “melanin” with oxygen of air. Blackhead has a stable structure and it takes longer clearing time.

Papules: Papules are red, inflamed, soft bumps that do not have any head. Papules must not be popped as it will only result in scarring.

Pustules: Pustules are more like whiteheads but these are inflamed. They seem like red circle with a yellow or white center.